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Downy Mildew in Onion

How to identify and treat downy mildew in Onion.

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Onion care requirements

water
Regularly until bulbs begin to swell, then reduce.
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil.
light
Full sun.
symptoms

Symptoms to look for in Onion

  • fiber_manual_recordYellow patches on upper leaf surface
  • fiber_manual_recordGrey-purple fuzzy growth on undersides
  • fiber_manual_recordWilting
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Common causes in Onion

Caused by Peronospora and Pseudoperonospora species. Spreads in cool, humid conditions.

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How to treat downy mildew in Onion

Remove affected material. Apply copper fungicide or phosphonate.

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Preventing downy mildew in Onion

Avoid overcrowding. Water in morning. Choose resistant varieties.